Barnegat Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNew Jersey
CountyOcean
Nearest CityForked River
River/StreamNorth Branch Forked River
Coordinates39.83982, -74.20103

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length850 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage600 acre-ft
Max Storage600 acre-ft
Normal Storage400 acre-ft
Surface Area74 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge900 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTownship of Lacey
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/12/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNJ00058
Federal IDNJ00058
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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